Mizizi boys mentorship cic

About Mizizi boys mentorship cic

Mizizi Boys Mentorship is a Community Interest Company (CIC) based in Coventry, UK, founded in October 2021 by Gad Turuthi. The organization is dedicated to empowering young boys with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to thrive in today's world.

The name Mizizi, meaning "roots" in Swahili, symbolizes the foundation of character and resilience the organization aims to instill in boys. Mizizi Boys Mentorship focuses on addressing critical challenges such as digital exclusion, financial illiteracy, crime prevention, and leadership development.

Through mentorship, skill-building programs, and community engagement initiatives, the organization provides a platform for boys to grow into responsible and impactful members of society. Signature programs include the Blades Down, Safe Streets Initiative to combat knife crime, Financially Ready to foster financial independence, and a focus on promoting positive mental health and digital skills.

Mizizi Boys Mentorship envisions building a generation of boys equipped to lead and create positive change in their communities, with a special emphasis on Coventry's youth.